Procedures
LOTO Procedure Prepare for shutdown Shutdown equipment Isolate all energy sources Place locks & tags Release stored energy Verify isolation
1. Prepare Understand equipment hazards Notify others of shutdown
2. Shutdown Normal shutdown procedure Turn all switches to off Shut all control valves
3. Isolate Sources Disable all energy sources Shut valves Open breakers & disconnects
4. Place Locks Valves Breaker & electrical disconnects
5. Stored Energy Block or release springs Block elevated parts Stop rotating flywheels Relieve system pressure Drain fluids Vent gases
Verify equipment is isolated by turning it on 6. Verification Verify equipment is isolated by turning it on
Release Remove tools Put guards back Remove locks & tags Restore system connections Inform others of startup Conduct normal startup